[Massplanners] Spring 2023 Virtual Workshops from the MHC

[Doherty, Jennifer (SEC)]

Good morning,
A reminder that the schedule of spring 2023 virtual workshops is now up on the MHC's website<https://www.sec.state.ma.us/mhc/mhcotr/otridx.htm>. Descriptions include a link at the end to register.

There are two registration options. The "Live" ticket will give you access to the Zoom and to a copy of the recording after the workshop. The "Recording" option will only send you a recording of the workshop after it happens. You do not need to register for both tickets.

If you have questions or difficulty registering, please let me know. And please feel free to share the workshops with others in your community who may be interested.
Thank you,
Jenn


Introduction to MACRIS and MACRIS Maps, Tuesday, January 10, 10 am
The MHC maintains two public, free websites to provide information about documented cultural resources in Massachusetts: the Massachusetts Cultural Resources Information System (MACRIS) and MACRIS Maps. This workshop will review the new MACRIS interface, debuted in early 2022, and MACRIS Maps. Learn more about what kinds of information are included in MACRIS, how to operate the search filters to quickly find what you're looking for, and how your local historical commission or planning department might make use of the information in MACRIS and MACRIS Maps.


Introduction to Historic Preservation, Wednesday, January 25, 7 pm
You were appointed to a local historical commission or historic district commission - now what? This workshop will cover the basics to help you be an educated commissioner familiar with the terminology and programs of the historic preservation field. There will be a high-level discussion of the key historic preservation tools, but their details and implementation processes will be covered in other workshops. You will come away from the presentation being able to speak knowledgeably about your commission and its role in the community, and having a sense of how to develop a work plan for your commission.


Architectural Styles, Forms, and Building Technologies of Massachusetts, Friday, February 10, 1 pm
Many local commission members may have a wealth of knowledge about their community's history, but feel less sure speaking about their community's architecture. This workshop will provide a very high-level overview of residential house forms, architectural styles, and changes in building technology found in Massachusetts. Ranging from the First Period of settlement to the early 20th century, this workshop will allow you to better identify the historic resources in your community, more accurately date them, and set them into a larger context so you can evaluate their significance.


Historic Resources Survey and the National Register of Historic Places, Thursday, February 23, 1 pm
One of the most important tasks a local historical commission can undertake is to identify and evaluate the community's historic resources. This is primarily done through survey and inventory work, which documents historic resources on standardized forms produced by the Massachusetts Historical Commission. Then you can evaluate your historic resources for potential listing in the National Register of Historic Places. Learn more about the survey process and National Register designation in this workshop, and especially how the two work hand-in-hand to help you deepen your understanding of your local historic resources.


Administering Local Historic Districts and Design Review, Monday, March 6, 7 pm
Local historic districts are one of the strongest forms of protection for historic resources. Their goal is to allow for the thoughtful consideration of change - protecting a neighborhood's community character while allowing changes necessitated by modern life and maintenance. This workshop will go in-depth on how to administer a local historic district, how to handle the application and review process, and will provide some guidance on design review. Please note that this workshop will not include information on establishing a local historic district; that is covered in a separate workshop.


State and Federal Historic Resources Review and Compliance, Tuesday, March 21, 1 pm
Any projects that require funding, licenses, or permits from federal agencies must be reviewed in compliance with Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act of 1966. Section 106 requires federal agencies to take into account the effects of their actions on historic properties. "Section 106 review," follows a specific process, which is guided by federal regulations (36 CFR 800). Similarly, any projects that require funding, licenses, or permits from any state agency must be reviewed by MHC in compliance with Massachusetts General Laws Chapter 9, sections 26-27C. It provides for MHC review of state projects, including archaeological resources. This workshop will cover the different triggers for review, what is involved in the process, and how your local commission might be involved.


Developing an Historic Preservation Plan, Thursday, April 6, 10 am
Historic preservationists are often reactive - a property in your community is threatened, and you are spurred into action. But how can your local historical commission and wider preservation community be more proactive? Developing an historic preservation plan for your community can help you understand your historic resources better, see where there are gaps in your knowledge and level of protection, and help you discover the key preservation tools you might be missing. In this workshop you will learn more about what goes into a preservation plan, why it is important, and how you might prepare one for your community.


Adopting a Demolition Delay Bylaw or Ordinance, Friday, April 21, 10 am
Demolition delay bylaws/ordinances are one of the most critical preservation tools a community can adopt. While they do not fully prevent the demolition of historic resources, they provide for a pause in the demolition process, allowing for the exploration of alternatives to demolition. This workshop will discuss the history of demolition delay bylaws/ordinances and how your community might go about adopting one. Please note that the focus of this workshop is adopting a demolition delay bylaw/ordinance; administering these bylaws/ordinances will be covered only briefly, but will be discussed in detail at a later workshop.


Jennifer B. Doherty
Local Government Programs Coordinator
Massachusetts Historical Commission
220 Morrissey Boulevard
Boston, MA 02125-3314
Office: (617) 727-8470
Remote: (617) 807-0685
Jennifer.Doherty at sec.state.ma.us<mailto:Jennifer.Doherty at sec.state.ma.us>

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